Volunteer Facilitator information
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PLT, WILD, WET Facilitators from the Class of 2009 |
Volunteer facilitators present quality PLT, Project WILD, and Project WET programs across Minnesota.
Requirements of a Volunteer Facilitator
- Have an interest and experience in natural resource education.
- Want to help other educators learn how
to incorporate environmental education in their classrooms.
How to Become a Volunteer Facilitator
- Attend a PLT, Project WET and Project WILD educator workshop.
- Register for Facilitator Training by filling out the Application Form
and completing Pre-Training Homework . Application due by April 15, 2011
Volunteer Facilitator Training
- PLT, WILD and WILD Facilitator Training — 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. June 15 - 16, 2010 at the Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve, in East Bethel. Application due by April 15, 2011
- The next 2-day Facilitator Training is scheduled for 2013.
Expectations for Volunteer Facilitators
- Plan and conduct (or help conduct) at least one workshop every two years.
- Connect other educators with environmental education.
- Promote PLT, Project WILD, and Project WET programs in your area.
Benefits of becoming a Volunteer Facilitator
- Get training and techniques on how to conduct more effective workshops.
- Become part of a unique network of Minnesota DNR Project Facilitators.
- Receive additional free resources and training opportunities.
- Receive access to free and low-cost teaching materials for check-out and use.
- Excellent reference and experience for your career and resume.